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Craftsman C459-36303 Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
21" LAWN MOWER
Model Nos. C459-36303
CAUTION: Before using this
product, read this manual
and follow all safety rules
and operating instructions.
Sears Canada Inc., 290 Yonge Street, Toronto, On M5B 2C3
®
Visit our web: sears.ca
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
769-08861
7/16/13

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual ® 21” LAWN MOWER Model Nos. C459-36303 • SAFETY • ASSEMBLY • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE • PARTS LIST CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. Sears Canada Inc., 290 Yonge Street, Toronto, On M5B 2C3 769-08861 Visit our web: sears.ca...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safe Operation Practices ..... 4 Warranty Statement ......21 Safety Symbols .
  • Page 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the safe opera- This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not tion practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious yourself and others.
  • Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • The blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operation. Doing so makes the safety device inopera- • Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise tive and may result in personal injury through contact with the extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources • Do not change the engine’s governor setting or over-speed the of ignition. engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine. • Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will accumulate in the area.

  • Page 6: Safety Symbols

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY SYMBOLS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER —...
  • Page 7 SLOPE GUIDE...
  • Page 8 SAFETY LABELS MAX 15˚...

  • Page 9: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Remove the T-bolts from the handle brackets as shown in Figure 3. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Operation section of this manual before operating your machine. NOTE: Reference to right, left, rear and front of the lawn mower is in relation to the operating position.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY Grass Catcher Reattach wing nuts and carriage bolts removed earlier into lower holes of handle as shown in Figure 5. Follow steps below to assemble the grass catcher (if needed). Make certain bag is turned right side out before assembling (warning label will be on the outside).
  • Page 11 ASSEMBLY Side Discharge Chute Move lever to desired position for a change in cutting height. See Figure 10. Your mower may be shipped as a mulcher. To convert to side NOTE: For mowers with low wheels, the height adjustment levers discharge, make sure grass catcher is off of the unit and rear move in the opposite direction to adjust;...

  • Page 12: Operation

    OPERATION Blade Control Recoil Starter Gas Cap Grass Catcher Deck Wash Cutting Height Cutting Height Adjustment Adjustment Lever Lever Side Discharge Cover Oil Fill Spark Plug Mulch Plug Figure 12 BLADE CONTROL DECK WASH (if equipped) The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Your mower’s deck is equipped with a water port on its surface as part Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the unit.
  • Page 13 OPERATION GAS AND OIL FILL-UP IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in this section before operating your machine. (one 18 ounce bottle shipped with unit) First Time Use Remove oil fill dipstick (G).
  • Page 14 OPERATION STARTING ENGINE 1. Standing behind the unit, depress the blade control handle and hold it against the upper handle as shown in Figure 14. 2. Grasp the starter handle as shown and pull slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly to start engine and avoid kickback. Return it slowly to the rope guide.

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE WARNING Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes service guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all completed maintenance tasks. To locate the nearest Sears Service controls and stop the engine.
  • Page 16 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire, and ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine. Electrode GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS • Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. • The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
  • Page 17 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Check Engine Oil Check oil level before each operation. Be sure oil level is maintained. Check the oil with the engine stopped and level. Remove the oil fill dipstick and wipe it clean. Insert and tighten dipstick. Remove it to check the oil level. If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on the dipstick, remove the oil filler cap/dipstick, and fill with the recommended oil to the upper limit mark.
  • Page 18 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE WARNING When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade. Blade Adapter Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object.

  • Page 19: Off-Season Storage

    OFF-SEASON STORAGE WARNING Never store lawn mower with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark, or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, or gas appliance. PREPARING THE ENGINE PREPARING THE LAWN MOWER For engines stored over 30 days:...

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.

  • Page 21: Warranty Statement

    WARRANTY STATEMENT General: Craftsman products are warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a specific time period as set-out below (the “Warranty Period”). Warranties extend to the original purchaser of a Craftsman product only. Purchases made through an online auction or through any website other than www.sears.ca are excluded.

  • Page 22: Parts List (Mower)

    PARTS LIST...

  • Page 23: Parts List (Engine)

    21” Mulching Blade 710-1044 Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.5” Lg. (Gr 8) 736-0524B Blade Bell Support 748-04096 Blade Adapter 964-04154 Grasscatcher Bag Craftsman 747-05450 Catcher Frame 946-1130 Control Cable 40.0 “ Lg. 712-04222 Sq. Nut 1/4-20 631-04389 Rear Baffle (Incl. rear door)
  • Page 24 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Craftsman Engine Model No. PH-XT675-2044 For Craftsman Mower Nos. C459-36303 and C459-36306 Moteur Craftsman no. PH-XT675-2044 pour tondeuse Craftsman, modèle C459-36303 et C459-36306 CRANKSHAFT/CRANKCASE GROUP GROUPE DU VILEBREQUIN/CARTER Ref. Part No./ No ./ No. de No. de Description Désignation...
  • Page 25 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Craftsman Engine Model No. PH-XT675-2044 For Craftsman Mower Nos. C459-36303 and C459-36306 Moteur Craftsman no. PH-XT675-2044 pour tondeuse Craftsman, modèle C459-36303 et C459-36306 ENGINE CONTROLS GROUP GROUPE DES COMMANDES DU MOTEUR LUBRICATION GROUP GROUPE DE LUBRIFICATION CRANKCASE CARTER Ref.
  • Page 26 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Craftsman Engine Model No. PH-XT675-2044 For Craftsman Mower Nos. C459-36303 and C459-36306 Moteur Craftsman no. PH-XT675-2044 pour tondeuse Craftsman, modèle C459-36303 et C459-36306 CRANKCASE CYLINDER HEAD/BREATHER GROUP CARTER GROUPE DE LA CULASSE/DU RENIFLARD VALVE SEAL ALSO INCLUDED IN GASKET SET...
  • Page 27 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Craftsman Engine Model No. PH-XT675-2044 For Craftsman Mower Nos. C459-36303 and C459-36306 Moteur Craftsman no. PH-XT675-2044 pour tondeuse Craftsman, modèle C459-36303 et C459-36306 Ref. Part No./ No ./ No. de No. de Description Désignation réf. pièce 14 017 02-S Valve, Intake Soupape d’admission...
  • Page 28 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Craftsman Engine Model No. PH-XT675-2044 For Craftsman Mower Nos. C459-36303 and C459-36306 Moteur Craftsman no. PH-XT675-2044 pour tondeuse Craftsman, modèle C459-36303 et C459-36306 IGNITION/CHARGING GROUP GROUPE DE CHARGE/ALLUMAGE BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES LOGEMENT ET DÉFLECTEUR DE LA SOUFFLEUSE Ref.
  • Page 29 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Craftsman Engine Model No. PH-XT675-2044 For Craftsman Mower Nos. C459-36303 and C459-36306 Moteur Craftsman no. PH-XT675-2044 pour tondeuse Craftsman, modèle C459-36303 et C459-36306 FUEL SYSTEM GROUP GROUPE DU SYSTÈME DE CARBURANT USE 14 029 01-S UTILISEZ 14 029 01-S EXHAUST ÉCHAPPEMENT...
  • Page 30 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Craftsman Engine Model No. PH-XT675-2044 For Craftsman Mower Nos. C459-36303 and C459-36306 Moteur Craftsman no. PH-XT675-2044 pour tondeuse Craftsman, modèle C459-36303 et C459-36306 AIR INTAKE GROUP EXHAUST GROUP GROUPE D’ADMISSION DE L’AIR GROUPE DE L’ÉCHAPPEMENT...
  • Page 31 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Craftsman Engine Model No. PH-XT675-2044 For Craftsman Mower Nos. C459-36303 and C459-36306 Moteur Craftsman no. PH-XT675-2044 pour tondeuse Craftsman, modèle C459-36303 et C459-36306 Ref. Part No./ No ./ No. de No. de Description Désignation réf. pièce 14 096 110-S...
  • Page 32 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Craftsman Engine Model No. PH-XT675-2044 For Craftsman Mower Nos. C459-36303 and C459-36306 Moteur Craftsman no. PH-XT675-2044 pour tondeuse Craftsman, modèle C459-36303 et C459-36306 BLOWER HOUSING/STARTING GROUP LOGEMENT DE LA SOUFFLEUSE / DEMARRAGE DU GROUPE Ref. Part No./ No ./...
  • Page 33 NOTES...
  • Page 34 (This page applicable in the U.S.A. and Canada only.) Sears Brands Management Corporation (Sears), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Emission Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY COVERAGE IS APPLICABLE TO CERTI- YEAR 1997 AND LATER ENGINES WHICH ARE PURCHASED AND USED FIED ENGINES PURCHASED IN CALIFORNIA IN 1995 AND THEREAF-...
  • Page 35 Look For Relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index Information On Your Engine Emissions Label Engines that are certified to meet the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Tier 2 Emission Standards must display information regarding the Emissions Durability Period and the Air Index. Sears Brands Management Corporation makes this information available to the consumer on our emission labels.
  • Page 36 02488 Trademarks of Sears Brands Management Corp. used under license by Sears Canada Marque déposée / Marque de commerce de Sears Brands Management Corp. utilisée en vertu d’une licence de Sears Canada...
  • Page 37 NOTES...

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